Strategic Purchasing Specialist

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC in Henderson, NV is seeking a Purchasing Specialist II to procure machinery, tooling, and materials to support production. You will manage POs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and logistics while collaborating with Engineering, Planning, and Inventory teams.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing, strong ERP experience, and excellent communication. It is a full‑time, on‑site position with opportunities for cost‑reduction initiatives and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, manufacturing support, or related field.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Purchase machinery, equipment, tooling, raw materials, production parts, and supplies to support manufacturing operations.
• Review requisitions, BOMs, engineering drawings, production schedules, and project requirements.
• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Manage RFQs and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers.
• Coordinate transportation and delivery of purchased materials and equipment.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Resolve pricing, delivery, quality, and material discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments.
• Maintain purchasing records, supplier databases, pricing information, and procurement documentation.
• Provide timely updates on open purchase orders and material availability to internal customers.
• Support inventory planning and material availability initiatives.
• Generate fabrication work orders supporting internal manufacturing operations.
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities through sourcing improvements and supplier negotiations.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support supplier qualification activities, audits, and performance programs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, Inventory Control, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to support production goals.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC in Henderson, NV is seeking a Purchasing Specialist II to procure machinery, tooling, and materials to support production. You will manage POs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and logistics while collaborating with Engineering, Planning, and Inventory teams.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing, strong ERP experience, and excellent communication. It is a full‑time, on‑site position with opportunities for cost‑reduction initiatives and continuous improvement.